• 1/350 scale Russian Cruiser Admiral Ushakov (Ex-Kirov) plastic model kit by Trumpeter (Kit No. 04520)
• Represents the formidable Admiral Ushakov, formerly named Kirov, the lead ship of the Soviet Project 1144 Orlan nuclear-powered battlecruiser class
• NATO reporting name Kirov Class, one of the largest and most heavily armed surface combatant classes constructed during the Cold War
• Originally commissioned into the Soviet Navy in 1980 under the name Kirov
• Renamed Admiral Ushakov in 1992, following the dissolution of the Soviet Union
• Named in honour of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov, a celebrated Russian naval commander
• Designed primarily for anti-surface warfare, long-range fleet air defence and naval task force operations
• Features the distinctive massive hull, imposing superstructure, integrated missile launchers and extensive radar equipment
• Captures the characteristic appearance of a Soviet nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser
• The original vessel measured approximately 252 metres in length, making it significantly larger than conventional destroyers and cruisers
• Powered by a combined nuclear and steam propulsion system, providing long operational endurance and high-speed performance
• Capable of reaching speeds of approximately 30 knots under suitable conditions
• Equipped with 20 P-700 Granit (SS-N-19 Shipwreck) heavy anti-ship missiles, designed to engage major enemy surface combatants
• The Granit missile system represented a major component of Soviet long-range anti-ship warfare doctrine
• Equipped with S-300F Fort (SA-N-6 Grumble) long-range surface-to-air missiles for fleet air defence
• Incorporates additional short-range air defence weapons and close-in defensive systems
• Armed with naval artillery, torpedo systems and anti-submarine weapons for multiple combat roles
• The original Kirov configuration featured twin 100mm AK-100 naval gun mounts, distinguishing it from some later ships of the class
• Designed to operate naval helicopters for anti-submarine warfare, reconnaissance and maritime support
• Features extensive radar arrays and communications equipment associated with Soviet naval command and surveillance operations
• The Kirov-class ships were developed to challenge major Western naval surface formations during the Cold War
• Their powerful missile armament and large size led to their widespread description as battlecruisers, although officially classified as heavy nuclear-powered missile cruisers
• Admiral Ushakov served primarily with the Soviet and Russian Northern Fleet
• The ship was withdrawn from active operations during the 1990s and subsequently remained out of service
• Represents an important chapter in Soviet naval engineering, nuclear-powered warship development and Cold War maritime strategy
• 1/350 scale provides an impressive display size, with the original 252-metre vessel translating to approximately 72cm in model length
• Ideal for collectors of Soviet Navy warships, Russian battlecruisers, nuclear-powered cruisers and Cold War naval vessels
• Excellent companion to Pyotr Velikiy, Admiral Nakhimov, Slava-class cruisers, Sovremenny-class destroyers and other Russian Navy warships
• Suitable for Cold War Soviet fleet displays, Russian Northern Fleet collections and modern naval dioramas
• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired Russian Navy grey hull finishes, red underwater hull colouring and detailed deck painting
• Ideal for realistic rust streaks, salt deposits, exhaust staining, subtle paint fading and operational weathering
• The complex missile systems, radar arrays and imposing superstructure provide an engaging large-scale ship modelling project
• The ship's distinctive silhouette makes it a striking centrepiece for any collection of modern military warships
• A fascinating addition to any collection of Russian naval history, Cold War military technology and nuclear-powered surface combatants
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+
